Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 31 October 2026
Worcester State English requirements by level
From the international applicants page and the international graduate programmes page.
| Programme | IELTS Academic | Other tests |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 6.5 | TOEFL iBT 79 (4 after 21 Jan 2026), Duolingo 100, PTE 50, iTEP 3.5, EIKEN Pre-1, DAAD B2 |
| Graduate | 6.5 | TOEFL 4.5 (79 before 21 Jan 2026), Duolingo 100, PTE 59, iTEP 4.0 |
Waivers
Applicants who received an associate's degree from a regionally accredited US college are not required to submit an English exam for undergraduate admission.
The test is required only if your education was in a language other than English.
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Deadlines and how to check
Undergraduates need a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 from their last institution, and priority review goes to applicants who submit everything before 1 April for fall. Graduate applicants seeking an I-20 must have all documents in by 15 June for fall. Both levels charge a $50 application fee.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admission cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your Worcester State programme page and in your admission letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Minimum vs competitive score
Where Worcester State University publishes an IELTS score, it is the minimum: the floor an application has to meet to be considered, not a score that guarantees an offer.
Competitive programmes, and courses with far more applicants than places, may expect more than the minimum, and some departments set their own overall or per-skill scores, often for writing or speaking. The course page has the final word, so check it before you book a test.
If you are close to the line, aim for a margin above it: one weak skill can miss the requirement even when the overall band clears it. Not sure where you stand? Take a free IELTS mock test and get a band for each skill.
Frequently asked questions
What IELTS score does Worcester State require?+
IELTS 6.5 for both undergraduate and graduate applicants.
Does Worcester State accept Duolingo?+
Yes, with a minimum of 100.
What PTE score does Worcester State need?+
PTE 50 for undergraduates and 59 for graduate applicants.
Can I skip IELTS at Worcester State?+
Undergraduates with an associate's degree from a regionally accredited US college do not need to submit an English exam.
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Guide updated on 31 October 2026. Individual prices and policies may have earlier observation dates. Confirm current details on the linked official pages before you book or apply.
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